Real flair
Immerse yourself in a world of Italian style with Naturally Tiles in Christchurch.
Enter the Naturally Tiles showroom in Riccarton, Christchurch, and the vibe is decidedly Italian. It’s bold but elegant, with a modern edge. And with good reason: director and owner Fabio Valle hails from the Veneto region in northeastern Italy where design and craftsmanship are part of daily life.
Fabio lived and worked all over Europe, the United States and Australia before settling in New Zealand a decade ago and he brings with him over 20 years of hands-on experience in porcelain and natural stone, from quarrying and production through to installation. It’s this depth of knowledge, combined with his direct ties to Italy’s best manufacturers, that sets Naturally Tiles apart.
“When you choose Naturally Tiles, you know every piece comes from Italy, so you’re getting the same quality trusted by designers around the world,” he says. Precision manufacturing means sleek surfaces, minimal grout lines and perfect levelling. The result? A flawless finish that elevates any space, indoors or out.
Fabio carefully curates the product range, and many of the designs available at Naturally Tiles can’t be found anywhere else in New Zealand. “I like to offer something more sophisticated and distinctive. Whether you’re building new or renovating, you can create spaces that are truly your own, from dramatic statement pieces to soft neutral tones that stand the test of time.”
The ranges include colours, patterns and the look of natural stones and marbles, and are available in many formats, including extra-large panel sizes. These oversized slabs bring a sense of continuity to interiors, reducing grout lines and creating expansive surfaces, and the showroom offers a vast selection for innovative design ideas.
Fabio’s passion for raw materials runs deep – as a teenager in Italy he got his start in limestone and marble quarries, carving and sculpting by hand. Now he’s channelling those roots into an exclusive line of cube furniture that he designs and makes himself. They are designed to be used as plinths, display stands or side tables, offering the refined aesthetic of marble, stone or terrazzo with the durability and practicality of premium porcelain surfaces. They’re waterproof, scratch-resistant and lighter than natural stone, ideal for use in galleries, retail spaces or residential homes looking for a refined focal point.
Step into the world of Italian style in the Naturally Tiles showroom at 13 Mandeville Street in Riccarton, Christchurch for exceptional tiles, innovative design and true craftsmanship.
